Which place is cheaper, Santiago or The Hague?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit The Hague or Santiago?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between The Hague and Santiago can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: The Hague or Santiago?
The Hague
The Hague is a metropolitan city in the province of South Holland, where the Dutch government is located. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima currently reside there with their three children. The Hague is home to the U.N.'s International Court of Justice, as well as the International Criminal Court. It is the third largest city in the country, with a population of just over 500,000.
Santiago
Santiago is the capital city of Chile. It is centrally located in the long and narrow country, making it a good jumping off point to explore everywhere else. It's convenient location means that you can go skiing in the Andes one day, and hang out at the beach the next.
Santiago has a cool semi-arid climate that is similar to Mediterranean climates. The summers, which are between November and March, are warm and dry. The temperatures climb to around 95 degrees Fahrenheit. The winters, between June and August, are humid with cold mornings. The daily highs are around 55 degrees Fahrenheit and the lows stay a few degrees above freezing. Rain is more common in the winter months and the dry season is between December and March.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Netherlands, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayThe Hague €178Santiago €133
The average daily cost (per person) in The Hague is €178, while the average daily cost in Santiago is €133. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for The Hague and Santiago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personThe Hague €104Santiago €103
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomThe Hague €208Santiago €206
Compare Hotels in The Hague and Santiago
Looking for a hotel in The Hague or Santiago? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: The Hague Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.The Hague €19Santiago €5.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in The Hague
Also for The Hague, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Den Haag: Train Transfer Den Haag from/to Rotterdam: $8.29
- Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Den Haag: $16
- Amsterdam: Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Den Haag: $17
- Amsterdam: Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Den Haag: $20
- Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Den Haag: $28
- Taxi Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: $126
- Private Transfer from The Hague City to Schiphol Airport : $137
- Private Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam: $137
- From One-Way Private Transfer to Schiphol Airport: $258
- Amsterdam: Private Transfer to/from The Hague: $280
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
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Metro Ride€1.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- from Santiago airport private arrival transfer to the Valparaiso pier: $251
- Visit Montes Winery (7th World Best Wine) & Transfer to Hotel: $300
- Transfer from or to the airport in Santiago, Chile: $60
- Transfer from Santiago to Portillo Ski Center: $160
- Transfer from Santiago To Valle Nevado, Farellones, Colorado or La Parva ski: $83
- Transfer from Santiago Airport to Santiago Centro Commune: $52
- Transfer To Valle Nevado Private for small groups: $250
- Transfer Santiago to Cruise Port in Valparaiso or San Antonio: $250
- Transfer Santiago Airport to the commune of Providencia: $56
- Transfer Santiago - Viña del Mar: $210
- Transfer Santiago - Valparaíso: $210
- Transfer Privado Entre Santiago Y El Aeropuerto: $52
Is it cheaper to fly into The Hague or Santiago?
Prices for flights to both Santiago and The Hague change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayThe Hague €55Santiago €12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in The Hague
For The Hague, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- WALKING DINNER DELFT | 3 courses incl. 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
- WALKING DINNER ZOETERMEER | 3 courses + 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada€1.77
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Hamburger€2.35
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Dinner€24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Traditional Chilean Show with Dinner and Private Transportation in Santiago: $107
- Traditional Dinner Show in Santiago: $107
- Dinner Show in Bali Hai: $109
- Sunset at Alyan Family Wines Winery with Dinner: $116
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $117
- Small-Group Night City Tour: San Cristobal Hill and Dinner Show: $120
- 4-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner and Show: $150
- Private Dinner and Show with Transfers: $158
- Traditional Chilean Cooking Class with a Local in Her Santiago Countryside Home: $168
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.The Hague €34Santiago €44
Tours and Activities in The Hague
For The Hague, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in The Hague: $3.27
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in Delft: $3.27
- The Hague Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- The Historical Heart of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $7.00
- Delft: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.29
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $8.07
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.07
- Gilde Den Haag: City Walking Tour NL-DEU-ENG: $8.61
- The Hague Self-Guided Audio Tour : $9.00
- Muzee Scheveningen History Museum Entry Ticket: $10
- Uncover In-App Audio Tour of Dutch Majesty: $11
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- Experience Wildlife Encounter in Provincia Mountain of Chile.: $235
- Private Adventure at 4200 meters above sea level in the Chilean Andes Cerro Pintor: $300
- 4 Hour Santa Rita Winery All inclusive Tour for Wine Lover: $269
- A Private Tour of Valparaiso with an experienced local guide.: $195
- Adventure and Viewpoints in Cajón del Maipo: $255
- Andean Horse Ride Yerba Loca Sanctuary - Private tour from Santiago: $240
- Andes Day Lagoon: Embalse El Yeso Tour from Santiago: $120
- Andes Day Volcano 8k Private Tour : $230
- Andes Half-Day Private Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting: $190
- Andes Sunset: shared tour with Asado in the mountain: $90
- Andes Whitewater Rafting Adventure plus Winery Tour and Tasting: $199
- Authentic Andes Adventure: Private Horse Riding and Cheese & Wine: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayThe Hague €30Santiago €7.90
Sample the Local Flavors in The Hague
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in The Hague:
- The Hague Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Premium Wine Tour in Viña Cousiño Macul Spanish official: $37
- Concha y Toro Ticket and Tour with Wine Tasting: $50
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $50
- Undurraga Wine tour: $63
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $70
- Private Tour: Santa Rita Vineyard with Wine Tastings: $72
- From Concha y Toro Marqués Half-Day Wine Tasting: $89
- half day wine tour to concha y toro from Santiago seasonal offer: $95
- From Maipo Valley Wine Tour: $99
- Maipo Valley Wine Tour with 4 vineyards from Santiago.: $99
- Private Tour: Viña del Mar and Valparaíso Tour with Wine Tasting in Casablanca Valley: $143
- Premium Wine Tasting and Tour at Santa Rita with Transport: $145
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between The Hague and Santiago, we can see that The Hague is more expensive. And not only is Santiago much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since The Hague is in Europe and Santiago is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Santiago would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santiago and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in The Hague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in The Hague than you might in Santiago.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is The Hague Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, The Hague or Santiago?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of The Hague. When comparing the sizes of The Hague and Santiago, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit The Hague or Santiago?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Santiago is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but The Hague has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to The Hague as well as Santiago. Many visitors come to The Hague in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, The Hague is cooler than Santiago. Typically, the summer temperatures in The Hague in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Santiago averages at about 21°C (70°F)in January.
The Hague usually gets more rain in July than Santiagoin January. The Hague gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryThe Hague 17°C (62°F)Santiago 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Autumn?
Both Santiago and The Hague are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to The Hague for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
In October, The Hague is generally cooler than Santiagoin April. Daily temperatures in The Hague average around 11°C (51°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In October, The Hague usually receives more rain than Santiagoin April. The Hague gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilThe Hague 11°C (51°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Winter?
Both Santiago and The Hague during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to The Hague because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
The weather in The Hague can be very cold. The Hague is much colder than Santiago in the winter. The daily temperature in The Hague averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F)in July.
The Hague usually gets less rain in January than Santiagoin July. The Hague gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyThe Hague 2°C (36°F)Santiago 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both The Hague and Santiago. The activities around the city are the main draw to The Hague this time of year.
In the spring, The Hague is much colder than Santiago. Typically, the spring temperatures in The Hague in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F)in October.
In April, The Hague usually receives more rain than Santiagoin October. The Hague gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberThe Hague 8°C (46°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Santiago and The Hague
| The Hague | Santiago | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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